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On June 28, BTS Jimin's latest release, Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco), became the fastest track to reach the No.1 position on the United States iTunes Top Songs chart in 2024. This milestone solidified the artist's status as one of the most loved and influential singers. It is also the fastest song by a K-pop act to achieve this feat.
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The track Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco) also reached the No.1 position on the iTunes United States Top Music Videos chart. This track is the pre-release single and the third track from Jimin's upcoming second studio album, MUSE. The music video for the track was released on July 28, 2024, through HYBE LABELS YouTube Channel.
BTS Jimin crowned as fastest male artist to reach #1 on US iTunes chart with Smeraldo Garden Marching Band
BTS Jimin emerged as the fastest male artist to reach the No.1 position on the United States iTunes Top Songs chart with his latest pre-release single, Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco). He achieved this milestone within two hours of its release, flaunting his vocal skills alongside Loco's rap.
Moreover, Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco) also became the fastest song in 2024 to reach No.1 on iTunes in 100 countries within four hours and fifty minutes of its release. The record charted in major iTunes music markets, including Brazil, Japan, the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and Germany.
The song has reached No.1 position in 100 countries on iTunes worldwide. These countries include Italy, Japan, Jordan, Austria, Bolivia, Cyprus, South Africa, Spain, India, Indonesia, Germany, Hong Kong, France, Finland, Denmark, Costa Rica, Cambodia, Belarus, the Philippines, Portugal, Mexico, Malta, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Oman, Nepal, and many others.
Jimin also made history as the fastest artist to achieve the No.1 position on iTunes in 100 countries/regions with three tracks, including With You (within 4 hours and 42 minutes), Set Me Free Pt.2 (within 4 hours and 45 minutes), and Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco) (4 hours and 50 minutes).
Soon, BTS Jimin's achievement went viral on social media, and fans expressed their pride in the newest records. They trended terms such as 'Congratulations,' 'iTunes King Jimin,' 'History Maker Jimin,' 'Father is Back,' and 'Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco)' to showcase their support and encouragement for the singer.
Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco) has been inspired by the Beatles' album Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. While working on his debut studio album FACE, the singer named the team of writers he collaborated with as the 'Smeraldo Garden Marching Band.' Subsequently, the fictional team and the inspiration from the Beatles' album aided in the creation of his latest single.
According to BigHit Music, the theme of Smeraldo Garden Marching Band's lyrics is a confession, and the idol drew inspiration from a fictional flower, 'Smeraldo. The agency stated:
"The theme of the lyrics is 'confession.' Jimin drew inspiration from the fictional flower 'Smeraldo,' which symbolizes a sincere heart that couldn't be conveyed,' to complete sweet lyrics that confess love on behalf of those who cannot express their feelings. The sweet lyrics are a confession on behalf of those who cannot express their feelings, helping them find love."
More about BTS Jimin's upcoming album MUSE
According to Bighit Music, the BTS member intends to document his journey through his second album, MUSE. The agency shared this information via a press release on Weverse on June 17, 2024:
"We are excited to share details about the release of BTS member Jimin’s second solo album, MUSE. Following his first solo album, “FACE,” where he sought to explore his true identity, MUSE documents his journey in search of the source of his inspiration."
The tracklist for the upcoming album includes:
- Rebirth (Intro)
- Interlude: Showtime
- Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. Loco)
- Slow Dance (feat. Sofia Carson)
- Be Mine
- Who
- Closer Than This
BTS member's second mini-album MUSE is slated to premiere on July 19, 2024.
